Packaging Lead required to safely run the packing plant at Felinfach, Ceredigion, managing a team of four shifts
03rd February, 2026
Packing Lead – Felinfach, Ceredigion
Permanent Competitive salary up to 45k
Full-time Days-based role
Join our client as a Packing Lead and take ownership of daily packing operations at their Felinfach site. Reporting to the Logistics Manager, you’ll lead four shift teams, ensuring production targets are met safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This is a great opportunity for an experienced manufacturing leader who enjoys being hands-on while driving performance and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities
Lead, train, and coordinate packing teams across four shifts
Deliver daily packing plans while maintaining high standards of quality, food safety, and H&S
Monitor plant performance, OEE, yield, and waste against targets
Ensure compliance with HACCP and UK HSE regulations
Investigate incidents and escalate where required
Oversee equipment performance, maintenance, and repairs
Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset
Complete risk assessments, permits, and operational reports
What we’re looking for
Previous supervisory or leadership experience in manufacturing (food preferred)
Strong people management and communication skills
Someone who’s up for a new challenge as this is a new department
Confident analysing performance data and driving improvements
Proactive, organised, and calm under pressure
Comfortable working cross-functionally with engineering, logistics, and production
Must live within 40 minutes of Felinfach, Ceredigion and have own transport. Alternately be in the process of relocating to the area (Essential)
What’s on offer
Permanent, full-time day role
Competitive salary up to 45k
Onsite parking
Enhanced pension
Profit-related pay
Ongoing training and development opportunities
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